*Program Overview* 

This program blends theory and practice to cultivate ethical, skilled journalists adept in multimedia storytelling, data analysis, and global perspectives. Students will engage in hands-on projects, internships, and a capstone to prepare for dynamic media careers.

 

*Course Structure* 

*Core Courses (40-45 credits)* 

1. *Foundations of Journalism* 

   - Ethics, media law, history, interview techniques. 

   - Assessment: Essays, case studies, exams. 

 

2. *Multimedia Storytelling* 

   - Digital tools (video, audio, social media). 

   - Assessment: Portfolio of multimedia projects. 

 

3. *Research Methods* 

   - Qualitative/quantitative research, data sourcing. 

   - Assessment: Research proposal + presentation. 

 

4. *Data Journalism* 

   - Data visualization (Tableau, Python), FOIA requests. 

   - Assessment: Data-driven story portfolio. 

 

5. *Global Journalism* 

   - International reporting, crisis coverage. 

   - Assessment: Comparative analysis paper. 

 

6. *Investigative Journalism* 

   - FOIA, source protection, long-form writing. 

   - Assessment: Investigative report. 

 

*Electives (15-20 credits)* 

- Political Journalism 

- Cultural Reporting 

- Science/Environmental Journalism 

- Business Journalism 

- Digital Media Strategy 

 

*Workshops (5-10 credits)* 

- Podcast Production 

- Photojournalism 

- Video Journalism 

- Fact-Checking 

 

*Practical Components* 

- *Internship* (Semester 4): 200+ hours in media organizations. 

- *Capstone Project* (Semester 4): Thesis or portfolio + public defence. 

 

*Semester-wise Breakdown* 

*Semester 1* 

- Foundations of Journalism 

- Multimedia Storytelling 

- Research Methods 

 

*Semester 2* 

- Data Journalism 

- Global Journalism 

- Elective 1 

 

*Semester 3* 

- Investigative Journalism 

- Elective 2 + Workshop 

 

*Semester 4* 

- Capstone Project 

- Internship 

- Elective 3 

 

*Assessment Methods* 

- *Assignments/Projects*: 40% 

- *Exams*: 30% 

- *Presentations/Participation*: 20% 

- *Internship/Capstone*: 10% 

 

*Additional Components* 

- *Guest Lectures*: Industry professionals and alumni. 

- *Media Lab Access*: Adobe Suite, Final Cut Pro, recording studios. 

- *Networking Events*: Media fairs, alumni mixers. 

 

*Program Outcomes* 

Graduates will: 

1. Produce cross-platform stories using modern tools. 

2. Analyse data for investigative reporting. 

3. Navigate ethical/legal challenges in global contexts. 

4. Demonstrate critical thinking and audience engagement.